Assistant Director, Nursing Home

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and supervise a team responsible for workforce development initiatives, ensuring high-quality program execution
• Manage staff across multiple locations, including remote sites, and support professional development
• Develop and implement workforce initiatives to attract, train, and retain nursing home staff
• Lead outreach, training design, apprenticeship, and career advancement programs
• Monitor workforce trends and adjust strategies to meet evolving sector needs
• Serve as the primary liaison and client lead for the nursing home sector, including engagement with C‑suite stakeholders
• Build and maintain relationships with employers, 1199SEIU leadership, policymakers, and community organizations
• Collaborate with internal divisions (Education, Employment, Job Placement) to align resources and workforce pipelines
• Oversee labor‑management initiatives, industry committees, and partnership projects
• Support collaboration between employers and union representatives to improve workforce outcomes and sector alignment
• Design, monitor, and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) related to workforce programs
• Prepare and deliver reports to leadership and stakeholders on program outcomes and impact
• Ensure compliance with workforce policies, funding requirements, and program guidelines
• Manage program budgets and support grant-related reporting and administration

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Workforce Development, Healthcare Administration, Human Resources, or related field required
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in workforce development, healthcare staffing, nursing home leadership, or a related field
• At least 4 years of supervisory or management experience required
• Direct experience in the nursing home or long-term care industry preferred

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and team management capabilities
• Experience building partnerships with employers, labor organizations, and community stakeholders
• Knowledge of workforce development programs, funding sources, and training initiatives
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships and competing priorities
• Proficiency in data analysis, reporting, and performance tracking
• Experience with budget development, grant management, and program oversight